Procurement & Projects Administrator
Orpington (Office-based, with possible hybrid option after probation)
About Us
Faithorn Farrell Timms is an award-winning multidisciplinary Building Surveying consultancy, specialising in social housing and the public sector. We’re known for delivering high-quality work, building lasting client relationships, and making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.
The Role
We’re looking for a highly organised and motivated Procurement & Projects Administrator to join our in-house Procurement team.
This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional looking to build a long-term career in procurement, project support, or commercial administration. You’ll gain hands-on experience in how procurement and projects operate within a professional consultancy environment.
You’ll play a key role in supporting procurement processes, ensuring documentation is accurate, compliant, and efficiently managed.
This role is primarily office-based in Orpington, with the opportunity for hybrid working after successful completion of probation.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and issuing tender and procurement documentation
- Uploading and managing opportunities on e-procurement platforms
- Maintaining accurate records, trackers, and audit logs
- Supporting contract administration and tracking key dates
- Managing supplier databases and compliance information
- Assisting with reporting and project coordination activities
- Organising meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
About You
We’re looking for someone who is detail-focused, organised, and keen to learn:
- A-levels required; degree preferred (e.g. Business, Law, English, Economics or similar)
- Strong interest in procurement, administration, or project support
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred
- Project Management experience
- Interested in undertaking or currently pursuing CIPS accreditation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
- Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and digital systems
- Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- A proactive and positive team player
Desirable:
- Experience working with structured documents or processes
- PRINCE2
- Driving license and access to a car
Why Join Us?
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Structured exposure to procurement and project processes
- Excellent foundation for a career in procurement or consultancy
- Opportunity to grow within a well-established and respected business
Due to the number of applications, we are unable to respond to every CV received. Should you be successful, you will be contacted by a member of the team.
No Agencies please
Pay: £25,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute to Orpington, Kent?
- Do you have a car and clean drivers license?
- Do you have the right to work in the UK?
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Administration : 1 year (required)
- Project management: 1 year (preferred)
- Procurement: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
